Sean “Diddy” Combs is in custody after being arrested and indicted by federal authorities in New York . He is accused of operating an empire of sexual crimes dating back to at least 2008. The major move comes 10 months after sustained public allegations of sexual and other abuse against the music mogul.
His attorney says he is innocent and he has pleaded not guilty. Here is a look at the key events that have unfolded since late last year. November 16, 2023 Cassie says in a lawsuit that Combs subjected her to years of abuse, including beatings and rape.
The R&B singer whose legal name is Cassandra Ventura, signed to Combs’ label in 2005, and the two were on-again-off-again romantic partners for more than a decade starting in 2007. The lawsuit filed in federal court says Combs was “prone to uncontrollable rage” and subjected her to “savage” beatings. It says he plied her with drugs, forced her to have sex with other men, and raped her in her home as she was trying to end the relationship in 2018.
Combs, through his attorney, “vehemently denies” the accusations. November 17, 2023 With staggering speed, Ventura’s lawsuit is settled the day after it is filed. The terms of the agreement are kept confidential.
“We have decided to resolve this matter amicably,” Combs says in a statement. “I wish Cassie and her family all the best. Love.
” November 19, 2023 Combs makes multiple calls that he recorded to another victim of his sexual abuse, according to a late.